Camilla is the Homes Staff Writer and covers everything to do with homes and gardens. She has a wealth of editorial experience, mounting over 30 years, and covers news and features, tests products for reviews and compiles buying guides.
Her work has appeared in business and consumer titles, including Ideal Home, Real Homes, House Beautiful, Homebuilding & Renovation, and Kitchen & Bathroom Business. She’s even appeared on the cover of Your Home, writing about her own house renovation.
Although she’s obsessed with decorating her home, she also enjoys baking and trying out the latest kitchen appliances. But when she’s not inside, you’ll find her pottering about in her yard, tending to her vegetable patch or taking in her prized hydrangeas. She also enjoys keeping fit, and if she's not on a spin bike trying to keep up with the class, she'll be in the pool, or trying to perfect her headstand in a yoga class.
Latest articles by Camilla Sharman

5 heart-shaped houseplants to gift this Valentine’s Day
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Swap sending flowers this Valentine's Day with a longer-lasting gift: 5 houseplants to say 'I love you'.

The simple mistake with bathroom blinds that invites condensation and mold
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Open your bathroom blinds or risk worsening condensation, an expert warns. Here’s what to do to avoid mold and mildew.

Double your kitchen storage space with this magnetic Amazon find — and it’s only $25
By Camilla Sharman published
Think beyond your fridge: How this $26 storage solution extends your space on the outside

Skip the scrubbing: 3 hacks for cleaning a flower vase ahead of Valentine’s Day
By Camilla Sharman published
Get the sparkle back with these tips.

How to protect your lawn after heavy snow: Expert advice on how to rescue your grass before Spring
By Camilla Sharman published
Snow shock: How to rescue your lawn after heavy snow to get it back on track for the warmer months.

Ninja's new HyperHeat Pressure Cooker claims to work twice as fast — but it'll cost you
By Camilla Sharman published
Ninja’s new super-fast pressure cooker promises dinner in a flash, but it doesn't come cheap.

Does the viral slow cooker seed hack really work? Here's what the experts say
By Camilla Sharman published
The secret to faster seed germination. Does the viral slow-cooker method work?

Thawing frozen pipes? Avoid these 5 costly mistakes
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Don’t make a disaster worse: 5 things to avoid when thawing frozen pipes

I’ve used a gas stove for 25 years — here’s the real reason I’m finally switching to induction
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Induction cooking has a lot to offer, but there’s one element that wins me over.

Does closing vents in low-traffic rooms keep your house warmer? Experts warn against this winter heating mistake
By Camilla Sharman published
Should you close vents in unused rooms?

Aldi is selling a $10 serving tray that's perfect for your Super Bowl party
By Camilla Sharman published
Don't Super Bowl host without it: Aldi's $10 serving tray is a game-changer

Why doesn't every KitchenAid stand mixer come with this attachment? I bought one, and it made my life so much easier
By Camilla Sharman published
This KitchenAid gadget will change your baking — but it’s not included with every stand mixer.

At what temperature do pipes freeze — and 7 ways to prevent it
By Camilla Sharman published
What is the danger zone temperature when your pipes will freeze — and can you prevent it?

Fed up with a cold home? Here’s how I used the ‘towel trick’ to keep in the heat
By Camilla Sharman last updated
After following this clever ‘towel trick’, my drafty house is much more snug.

IKEA just released its cutest lamp to date — and it’s the perfect nightlight for kids
By Camilla Sharman published
IKEA’s new lamp is a dream nightlight for kids (and parents will love it too.)

After a brutal winter, will spring be warm? The Old Farmer's Almanac has the answer
By Camilla Sharman published
Warm spring on the horizon? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says yes, despite heavy winter snow. What does it mean for gardeners?

Can you use a dehumidifier to dry your clothes? Expert reveals all
By Camilla Sharman published
Forget clothes dryers: Cut your energy bill and swap to drying your laundry with a dehumidifier.

Are you 'nose blind'? The 5 common smells that guests immediately notice, but you often miss
By Camilla Sharman published
Nose blind in your own home? How to tackle these 5 home hotspots before guests arrive.

Avoid costly drain damage: Know the right water temperature for keeping your pipes clear
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Don’t make this big mistake when unclogging your drains: A plumber warns to keep your cool.

Will walking on a frosty lawn ruin your grass? Here’s what the experts say
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Can you walk on a frosty lawn? Experts reveal why you’ll be making a big mistake.

Don’t let squirrels steal your bulbs — here’s how I keep them out of my planters
By Camilla Sharman published
Banish the bulb bandits: The simple trick to keep squirrels out of your bulb planters.

The 'snowball method' can take the stress out of keeping your home tidy — here's how this winter decluttering hack works
By Camilla Sharman published
Try the snowball decluttering method: Restore order before the hosting season.

In a pinch? Here's how to use table salt to de-ice your driveway this winter
By Camilla Sharman last updated
The emergency snow-melting hack that’s hiding in your pantry.
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